How long do planning decisions take near Rotherbridge?

The average planning decision time near Rotherbridge is 32 days. The statutory target is 8 weeks (56 days) for minor applications and 13 weeks for major applications.

What is the planning approval rate near Rotherbridge?

The planning approval rate near Rotherbridge is 100%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Rotherbridge?

The most common type of planning application near Rotherbridge is full planning applications, with 1 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Rotherbridge?

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Rotherbridge, West Sussex Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Rotherbridge, West Sussex.

West Sussex · England · settlement

Planning applications in Rotherbridge are administered by Adur District Council. View the full Adur District Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

About Rotherbridge

Rotherbridge is a quaint village located about 1 mile south-west of Petworth in West Sussex. Historically significant, it was named after a bridge that once spanned the River Rother, with the river taking its name from the bridge itself. Rotherbridge also lent its name to the Hundred of Rotherbridge, which included several nearby villages and Petworth, making it a notable area for planning applications and local development.

District: Petworth

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £925,615 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Chichester
Parliamentary constituency: Arundel and South Downs
LSOA: Chichester 005E

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Rotherbridge.

Keyword Scorecard

Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Rotherbridge.

Ecology & Wildlife Constraints (keywords: bats, bat survey, bat roost, great crested newt, GCN...)
Trees & Landscape (keywords: tree preservation order, TPO, arboricultural, tree survey, root protection area...)
Flood & Drainage (keywords: flood zone 2, flood zone 3, flood risk assessment, FRA, surface water...)
Heritage & Conservation (keywords: listed building, grade II, grade II*, grade I, conservation area...)
Green Belt (keywords: green belt, inappropriate development, very special circumstances, openness)
Highways & Access (keywords: visibility splays, highway authority objection, access arrangement, parking provision, transport statement...)
Refusal & Risk Indicators (keywords: refusal, delegated refusal, appeal dismissed, overdevelopment, character and appearance...)
Planning Process & Appeals (keywords: appeal lodged, appeal allowed, appeal dismissed, public inquiry, inspector)

Planning Activity Summary

Approval rates, average decision times, and application type distribution for Rotherbridge based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

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A brief summary of Rotherbridge in West Sussex

Property prices in Rotherbridge show an average sale price of £925,615, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Rotherbridge a particularly low-crime area.

Rotherbridge has 2 conservation areas within its boundaries: Petworth, Tillington. Planning applications within or near these conservation areas are subject to additional scrutiny to preserve the architectural and historic character of the area. Homeowners and developers should be aware that permitted development rights may be restricted.

Ecology & Nature Designations

The area around Rotherbridge includes 18 Ancient Woodland sites; 1 National Parks: SOUTH DOWNS. These designations may affect planning decisions, as proposals near protected sites require environmental impact assessment and may face additional restrictions.

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Planning Activity in Rotherbridge

In the last 24 months, 4 planning applications were submitted near Rotherbridge. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 32 days.

This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Rotherbridge may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.

The average decision time of 32 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Rotherbridge were full planning applications (1), outline applications (1), discharge of conditions (1). Full planning applications account for 25% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

In terms of development scale, 1 medium-scale application, 3 smaller schemes were submitted.

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